The College of Health Sciences at the University of KwaZulu-Natal can now give a Covid-19 test result in just six hours, thanks to a new instrument called the Ilex Genechecker.
"At the same time, by extending our testing facility to external stakeholders, we are able to generate much needed third-stream income for the university."
"We are very excited to have access to this advanced technology, which will have a huge impact - especially with regard to speedy turnaround times, particularly for high-risk situations," said Ramsuran. "What makes the UKZN extra special is the quality, resilience and expertise of individuals and departments that continuously raise the bar for others to emulate," said Sooliman.
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